, MA

ZIP 02021 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Upper Middle ClassLow Snow AreaRemote Work Hub

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in undefined, MA (02021)

Median Income

$128,341

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,154

Wealth inflow

Population

24,459

Unemployment

4.0%

0.3pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,154 for ZIP 02021 (MA) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

4.0%+9% vs US avg

Self-Employed

2.3%-63% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

9.1%-22% vs US avg

936

Establishments

27,281

Employees

~29 per establishment — mix of small and larger employers

Professional services

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining0.1%
Construction5.1%
Manufacturing6.8%
Wholesale trade2.1%
Retail trade6.4%
Transportation, utilities3.3%
Information2.3%
Finance, insurance, real estate11.7%
Professional, scientific, management20.5%
Education, health care, social29.6%
Arts, entertainment, food services5.5%
Other services2.7%
Public administration4.0%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 02021 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 3.6%, median income rose 1.5% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 4.6%.

Median Income

$128,341

+71% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate